Edward & Nancy Stavis Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edward & Nancy Stavis Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Swampscott, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $58,278 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$58,278
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$246,176
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $64,191 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $64,191 | 23 | $279,827 |
| 2024 | $58,278 | 21 | $246,176 |
How to apply
Edward & Nancy Stavis Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Edward & Nancy Stavis Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 11 | $42,921 |
| Florida | 6 | $14,830 |
| New York | 1 | $200 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $175 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $152 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brandeis University | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Florida Grand Opera | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Boston | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival | Unrestricted | $3,350 |
| Miami City Ballet | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| New World Symphony | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Adrienne Arsht Center Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Speakeasy Stage Company | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Boston Ballet | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Huntington Theatre Company | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Chopin Foundation | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation | Unrestricted | $200 |
| KBCF | Unrestricted | $175 |
| Key Biscayne Womans Club | Unrestricted | $130 |
| WGBH | Unrestricted | $111 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Temple Beth El | Unrestricted | $100 |
| American Repertory Theater | Unrestricted | $75 |
| Brown Alumni Magazine | Unrestricted | $52 |
| Friends of the Dennis Public Library | Unrestricted | $35 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Stavis
- Emily Stavis
Questions people ask
Does Edward & Nancy Stavis Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward & Nancy Stavis Charitable Foundation give?
$58,278 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Edward & Nancy Stavis Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy Stavis (Trustee) and Emily Stavis (Trustee).
What does Edward & Nancy Stavis Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.